1951 Buick 40 vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 170 kg more than 1951 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1951 Buick 40 (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1951 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick 40 | 2010 Opel Antara | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | 40 | Antara |
Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2710 mm |